Out & About Festival with Jake Wesley Rogers, Yola, and more

Jake Wesley Rogers, signed to Justin Tranter’s Warner imprint, blends queer storytelling with pop-rock inspired by Madonna and Florence + the Machine. Known for “Middle of Love.”

Yola, originally from the UK, is a six-time GRAMMY-nominated artist known for her soul-infused music. Her album "Stand For Myself" was hailed by NPR as the best soul record in 20 years. She portrayed Sister Rosetta Tharpe in Baz Luhrmann’s "ELVIS," earning a NAACP Image Award nomination. She debuted at the American Music Awards as the SONG OF THE SOUL performer. Her influence is recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, featuring her guitar in their exhibit.

Brandi Carlile, a 11x GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter and activist, is known for hits like "The Joke." She's collaborated with icons like Elton John and Dolly Parton, and released acclaimed albums including "In These Silent Days." A dynamic performer, Carlile has received Billboard’s “Trailblazer Award” and CMT’s “Impact Award.” She also founded the Looking Out Foundation, raising over $6 million for grassroots causes. Carlile resides in rural Washington with her family.

Rufus Wainwright, born in New York's Hudson Valley, is a Juno-winning, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter known for lush, theatrical pop. Influenced by Tin Pan Alley and opera, he scored hits like "Release the Stars" and paid tribute to Judy Garland at Carnegie Hall. His diverse collaborations include Helena Bonham Carter, Florence Welch, and John Legend. Raised in Montreal, he debuted in 1998 and also composed opera and classical pieces, further showcasing his versatility.

Bad Moves, formed in 2015 by Emma Cleveland, David Combs, Katie Park, and Daoud Tyler-Ameen, is known for their pop-punk sound with insightful lyrics. Based in the U.S., they've toured the U.S. and U.K. and collaborated with Jeff Rosenstock and The Hold Steady. Their debut LP "Tell No One" (2018) features songs about self-discovery and was praised for its "exuberant catharsis." They followed up with "Untenable" (2020), exploring themes of instability and hope. Their music was even animated for Cartoon Network's "Craig of the Creek."